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JTC Corporation, The JTC Summit, 8 Jurong Town Hall Road, Singapore 609434 Tel: 1800-568 7000 Fax: (65) 6565 5301 www.jtc.gov.sg www.facebook.com/jtccorp
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one-northsquarterly newsletter
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Estate news Discover how JTC has transformed one-north. 2
WORKJTC LaunchPad @ one-north
- A Breeding Ground for Innovative Business Ideas 4
LIVEPark Avenue Rochester, a residence like no other. 6
PLAYA Gastronomic Getaway in Rochester Park
HPBs Healthy Workplace Ecosystem helps you shape up,
and shine bright with Star Vista's SG50 event. 8
LEARNNew BASF Campus calls one-north home
with the launch of their global learning facility. 12
Bulletin BoardStay up-to-date on all the latest news and announcements
from around one-north. 14
Pulse QuizTest your knowledge and win! 15
Pulse @ one-northOn the PulseIn the coming months, we will continue to see new covered linkways, the construction of the Pedestrian Overhead Bridges, new directional signages and the further construction of infrastructure and amenities. So stay tuned as Pulse @ one-north brings you updates inour subsequent issues.In this issue, Where great ideas go further, we featurethe opening event of JTC LaunchPad @ one-north. This development is one of many firsts for JTC it is our first cluster of buildings catered specifically for start-ups and partners such as incubators. Features include community spaces, a food centre and recreational facilities. Its iconic faade showcases brightly coloured murals, and grati walls on each floor invite tenants and visitors to freely express their creativity.This issue also features an interview with JTC Assistant CEO, Heah Soon Poh, where we take a closer look at the one-north estate and learn how JTC has transformed it into a world-class Research and Development (R&D) and business hub. Learn more about the opening of BASFs first training facility in Asia Pacific and get a sneak peek into Park Avenue Rochester, a residential development located in the Vista precinct.We also feature an array of delectable dining venues at Rochester Park and outline the exciting health activities brought to you by HPB and JTC. Finally, take part in Star Vistas SG50 event Project Celebrate! To commemorate the occasion, Star Vista will be filming a music video where you can lend your voice to become part of this special event. Pick up your copy to find out how. Happy reading and we hope you enjoy this third issue of Pulse @ one-north!
Khoo Wee Lin Director, Electronics, Info-Comm & Media Cluster JTC Corporation
Dear one-north Community,
The first three months of 2015 saw many changes in the landscape at Fusionopolis-Ayer Rajah-Mediapolis; the hoardings for Fusionopolis Two and Galaxis have been removed, marking the end of construction for the six developments in the Fusionopolis precinct. Across the road, JTC LaunchPad @ one-north, which is envisioned to be a vibrant start-up cluster to breed and develop great ideas from entrepreneurs in Singapore, was ocially opened in January. Diagonally across, the Equinix SG3 and Seagates Shugart buildings were also completed. Further down the road, the Multi-Utility Hub has seen the park above ground progress well, developing into a serene lush and green space for all to enjoy, while providing for the necessary infrastructure and utilities to serve the one-north estate.
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Breaking new groundat one-north
Strolling down the breezy walkways that lined with lush green trees, you can be forgiven
for losing yourself in the tranquillity of the moment,
and forgetting that you are amidst some of Singapores most
advanced biomedical sciences, infocomm technology and media companies.
We are of course talking about one-north, Singapores response to creating a global talent hub in an increasingly knowledge-based economy. The 200-hectare business park was created to provide its community of local and overseas talent a place where they can work, live, play and learn.
So, how is one-north going to shape up in future? As its master planner and developer, JTC aims to develop one-north into an even more exciting estate than it is now. Pulse checks with JTCs Assistant CEO Heah Soon Poh, the best person to give us a peekinto these upcoming developments.
How did one-north come about?
It started with Singapores vision to nurture entrepreneurship and high-tech businesses. JTC, A*STAR, EDB, SPRING and URA got together to conceptualise a science hub in the Buona Vista district.
For JTC, our role was to identify and develop dedicated precincts in one-north to grow the target industries. There is Biopolis for biomedical activities, Fusionopolis for infocomms and Mediapolis for the media sector.
Developing one-north is no mean feat. There was a lot to consider. JTC had to analyse the best approach to incorporate residential, retail, lifestyle and educational facilities as components to create a vibrant community. We had to optimise land use and put in place the vast infrastructure required to support business activities.
Today, all the facilities in one-north are served by a network of roads and reliable basic
utilities, like power, water supply and telecommunications. Some of these essentials were built underground to maintain the aesthetics of the landscape. You cant see them but they are there to keep the estate functioning smoothly.
Is the progress of one-north on track?
I am very pleased with what we have achieved so far. If you look around, you can clearly see the results of our eorts in Biopolis, Fusionopolis One and Two, LaunchPad and Mediapolis Park. Its flattering to know that renowned companies like Lucasfilm, Mediacorp,
P&G and Seagate, appreciate the advantages of this integrated business park and have all set up their operations here. Ascendas, Capitamall and Ho
Bee have also come in to develop multi-tenanted buildings in one-north.
The first phase of one-north is almost done with the successful completion of the five phases of Biopolis and six phases of Fusionopolis. These two estates are already housing scientific and business talent.
One-north Residences, Fraser Place Fusionopolis and Park Avenue Rochester have also been built, oering exclusive residential options in one-north. And Star Vista, Rochester Park and Fusionopolis have been added to create a vibrant retail scene and provide the community with great dining and entertainment experiences.
There are also many learning facilities including business schools like INSEAD and ESSEC, Unilever and BASFs corporate universities that have called one-north their home. They have contributed to the global talent pool already present in one-north.
What are the new developments we can look forward to?
The vision for one-north is to make it a world-class R&D and business park that can catalyse the development of high value-added clusters. Work, live, play and learn elements are integrated into the parks design so as to provide a harmonious and conducive environment that
can facilitate scientific and business collaboration and growth.
We will be embarking on many exciting projects to support this vision. The
community will continue to enjoy state-of the-art infrastructure that enhances the
work environment in one-north. We are exploring suitable transport modes to enhance the last-mile connectivity from the MRT
stations. There is an ongoing feasibility study which JTC is looking into that will physically connect the communities between one-north and the Singapore Science Park by building infrastructure across the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE), which we call the air rights development (have reference to the insert box below).
This year, drivers can look forward to the completion of vehicular signage throughout one-north. It will make navigation around the park easier. The new Parking
Guidance System will help drivers find available car park lots in Biopolis and Fusionopolis quickly.For pedestrians, covered linkways will be builtto connect from Fusionopolis and Mediapolis
for a more comfortable commuting experience.
Anything interesting coming up for
the one-north community?
To build a sense of home at one-north, we are stepping up our
eorts to create a stronger identity and to build a more vibrant and close-knit community.
This newsletter, for instance, is one of the first steps towards community building. We have run the one-north Photo Contest and organised the first one-north Customer Networking Evening last year. You can look forward to more of such community initiatives coming your way.
There are also a lot of facilities and amenities in one-north, whether it is for sports, learning, food, shopping or entertainment. Each of the seven precincts in one-north has its own distinctive characteristics. Go on foot or ride on a bicycle to discover new nooks and crannies. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you can find!
Lastly, have fun taking part in some of the activities around one-north. Those are the moments when you can connect with others in the community and build friendships. These friendships will in turn enhance and enrich your experience and may even turn ideas into businesses.
JTC is exploring the possibility of erecting buildings, walkways and communal spaces across a major highway. This would be a first in land-scarce Singapore if the idea can jump from the blueprint to actual construction.
Already, a feasibility study is underway to assess the viability of this idea, which is called air rights developments, for one-north.
Besides creating usable space above major highway corridors, the development will serve as a bridge to connect one-north, Science Park and the National University of Singapore with inestimable potential for collaboration among the these world-class think tanks. All that is separating them now is the AYE.
Linking space, bridging minds
Did You Know?
JTC Corporation used to be called Jurong Town Corporation? Today, JTC is Singapores principal developer and property manager of several landmark business parks and industrial estates.
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Budding entrepreneurs, plug into a thriving R&D and business environment and take a step closer to your dreams!
Located at Ayer Rajah Crescent, JTC LaunchPad @ one-north is a five-hectare site providing 28,000 sqm of space where entrepreneurs can gather and seek out like-minded people to take business ideas from conceptualisation to realisation. It is also home to a dynamic mix of activities, including incubation services and supporting professional services, which gives start-ups an advantage.
To promote a conducive environment where start-ups can innovate, network and grow, LaunchPad has thoughtfully provided sports and recreational facilities, shared meeting room spaces, an events hall, F&B outlets and lifestyle amenities for tenants.
If youre a new entrepreneur, youll be pleased to know that the newly privatised Action Community for Entrepreneurship or ACE, is conveniently housed at LaunchPad.
ACE manages a welcome centre and provides an ideation space to help you take advantage of the unique ecosystem, shared services, mentorship and networks at LaunchPad. It also curates a calendar of events throughout the year for
community building, where start-ups can enjoy unprecedented exchange and interaction opportunities with the larger business community in Singapore.
LaunchPads proximity to the nearby public and private research institutes as well as tertiary
institutions (e.g. A*STAR, National University of Singapore, Singapore Polytechnic) means you can
tap into a steady stream of talent, expertise, knowledge and resources.
With the overwhelming response from the start-up community, three new blocks are in the pipeline that will
allow another 250 more start-ups to join the LaunchPad community, bringing the total supply of start-up space in
one-north to 40,000 sqm. This will help more start-ups to kick-start their entrepreneurship journey.
LaunchPad is jointly spearheaded by JTC and SPRING, and supported by ACE, A*STAR, Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA), Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) and National Research Foundation (NRF).
LaunchPad will house 500 start-ups across industries such as biomedical, electronics, infocomm and media, science and engineering, with plans to accommodate another 250 start-ups when Phase 2 is completed.
Murals that tell a storyCommunity collaboration is an integral theme at LaunchPad. True to form, LaunchPad tenants were actively co-opted into focus groups as well as a voting exercise to pick the aesthetic theme for the murals that adorn LaunchPad today.
The focus groups involved about 19 tenants, and were conducted over three sessions in 2014. LaunchPad tenants were then invited to vote on three shortlisted design themes. The aim was to select a theme that embodied the essence of the entrepreneurial community.
Going Beyond the Horizon, a theme depicted by a futuristic cityscape, was eventually selected by the community. It symbolises the aspiration to set ones sights beyond the horizon, and to break into brave new worlds. The tagline The future starts here was chosen to signify LaunchPads goal of helping start-ups expand their horizons and scale new heights.
Mr Sim Kai, co-founder of CtrlWorks,a start-up specialising inautonomous mobile robotics
Starting a business is a continuous learning process and locating at LaunchPad will allow us to grow alongside our peers, discuss, exchange ideas and even collaboratively co-create. The new networking spaces and amenities at LaunchPad will definitely facilitate these interactions.
LaunchPads location within a thriving community of R&D and industry playersat one-north oers start-ups like us the opportunity to connect with a mix of scientists, researchers and technologistswith a wealth of experience in their various disciplines. We look forward to interacting with these professionals and exchanging our ideas and perspectives.
Mr Allen Lin and Mr Prashanath Ravichandran,co-founders of Trakomatic, a start-up providingtracking and analytic solutions for the retail industry
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PM Lee leaves his mark @ LaunchPadTaking selfies with tenants and chatting with some of the 300 guests who turned up on 23 January 2015, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong mingled with the crowd at the ocial opening of JTC LaunchPad @ one-north where he was Guest-of-Honour.
In his opening speech, the Guest-of-Honour, PM Lee, commended the tenants at LaunchPad on their interesting business ideas, mentioned that JTC is exploring other locations in Singapore to build new LaunchPads for more promising start-ups.
During his visit, PM Lee penned a message on one of the Grati Walls, a space for tenants to leave comments and words of inspiration. He also dropped in on three tenants - Small World Group Incubator, Paperplane Pilots, and NUS Enterprise - to learn about the innovative products of someof the incubators and start-ups.
Curious about what PM Lee has written on the Grati Wall? Head on down to level five of Blk 71 and find out for yourself. Try your hand at the Grati Walls at Blk 71, 73 and 79 by penning a quote or two of your own!
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From now till 30 June 2015, Park Avenue Rochester is oering all Pulse @ one-north readers a special Seminar Package at S$75++ per person. This includes the use of the function room with your choice of seating arrangement, one lunch, two tea breaks, free flow coee and tea plus more. For enquiries, please email to [email protected].
Plan a seminar?
Nestled in the verdant landscapes of Rochester Park is Park Avenue Rochester, a contemporary business accommodation with 271 hotel rooms and serviced suites. If
youre looking for a place to call home, its assuring to know that this stylish property puts functionality and comfort at the top of its list.
The pampering doesnt end with the well-thought-out list of hotel amenities and facilities. Residents are also spoilt for choice when it comes to dining. Just around the corner is Rochester Park - a quaint enclave of black-and-white bungalows, beautifully restored into elegant restaurants. If thats not enough, its a breeze getting to anywhere in Singapore with Buona Vista and one-north MRT stations at your doorstep.
Because all work and no play can make Jack a dull boy, residents are given free access to Celebrity Fitness Studio on Level 2, which oers a variety of gym equipment designed to rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. Alternatively, theres a picturesque lap pool, complete with a jacuzzi, to soothe away the stress. For the ultimate dining experience, take a short stroll to the themed restaurants sprinkled across Rochester Park. See our story on gastronomic getaways at Rochester Park on page 9.
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More Than Just A Residence
Picture this. It's the end of a long day and youre coming home to your personal sanctuary to enjoy a dip in the pool, a quick workout at the
gym below, and a nice warm chat with the other guests. Thats just a snapshot of residential living at Park Avenue Rochester.
Park Avenue Rochester oers seminar and meetingrooms for business and private functions for up to 100 guests. Equipped with video and teleconferencing facilities, and state-of-the-art AV systems, the newly renovated meeting facilities boast large windows and lots of natural lighting, creating perfect settings for formal events and private parties.
Meet in comfort
Heres your chance to experience a break at one-north. From now till 31 December 2015, enjoy a Staycation Weekend in a Deluxe Room at only S$188++ per night. This promotion is open to all Singapore residents, and comes with complimentary parking, and unlimited Wi-Fi access and local calls. For reservations, please callplease call 6830 8360 or email [email protected].
Relax in luxuryThe sta here believe that small gestures make a big dierence. Thats why all guestrooms and residences are designed to be intimate retreats, fitted with quality fixtures and furnishings that give a modern and artistic feel. To keep you productive and digitally connected, all guestrooms are equipped with spacious workstations and high-speed Wi-Fi. Theres also a sophisticated home theatre dock in every room so you can enjoy surround-sound entertainment direct from your mobile device.
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After all that Chinese New Year feasting, itstime to work o those extra calories andslip into a fitter, healthier you.
No more excuses for putting o that exercise regime. JTC has partnered with the Health Promotion Board to turn one-north into a Healthy Workplace Ecosystem. Adding healthier lifestyle choices to your daily work-life will now be much easier.
Mass activities, lunchtime workshops and targeted health programmes are being organised right here at one-north, so you wont miss out on any of the action.
Do you know you can earn Healthpoints simply by walking, jogging and staying active? Download the Healthy Living@SG app from the App Store or Google Play to track your daily active time. Let the app help you in fulfilling the targeted 30 minutes of activity time each day. On top of that, you can also use the app to locate healthier food options, sports facilities, and keep up-to-date on upcoming events in the vicinity.
LUNCHTIME WORKSHOPSAttend complimentary workshops on topics such as Physical Activity, Nutrition, Chronic Disease Management and Mental Well-being, conducted on selected dates each month, from 12pm to 1pm.
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CANT GET ENOUGH? For those looking for more, we recommend these options: A sunset stroll at one-north Park, where there are wide open lawns surrounded lush greenery and the soothing sounds of nature. A game of futsal or basketball with your oce mates at JTC LaunchPad @ one-north. A brisk jog along the open footpaths meandering through the oce buildings. A workout session at the gym. Try Fitness First at Fusionopolis One or Celebrity Fitness at Rochester Mall (membership fee applies).
Sign up for the activitiesand learn more about
Healthy Workplace Ecosystem at healthyworkplace.com.sg/one-north
To top things o, healthier food options are now available at Mealbox (#01-01, Matrix @ Biopolis) and Courtyard (#B1-10, Fusionopolis One). Lookout for delicious meals at stalls marked with the healthier choice symbol, and start eating well!
Futsal is a scaled-down fooball game that is played on a small field or indoors.
Join us for mass activities such as kickboxing and bhangra-robics on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. And if you prefer running activities, come to our running clinic conducted every Thursday so that we can help you run better and faster.
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UNA, One Rochester 1 Rochester Park | Tel: 6773 0060 | onerochester.comAward-winning Spanish tapas with modern Mediterranean flavoursMust tries: Mouth-watering Paellas, Grilled Sea Bass and Suckling Pig
North Border Bar and Grill2 Rochester Park | Tel: 6777 6618 | northborder.com.sgDelightful American fare with a fine selection of wines and beersMust tries: Baby-back Pork Ribs, Deep Fried Stued Jalapenos with Avocado Mango Salsa and Seared King Prawn.
Da Paolo Bistro Bar3 Rochester Park | Tel: 6774 5537 | dapaolo.com.sgContemporary European cuisines and fresh signature cocktailsMust tries: Grilled Wagyu Beef Burger With Parma Ham, Grilled Australian Wagyu Rump and Braised Beef Cheeks
BeerFest4 Rochester Park | Tel: 9722 7446 | beerfest-sg.comRestaurant and brewery with European, Thai, Indian, Chinese and Russian flavoursMust tries: German Smoked Sausages, Grilled Salmon and Kebab, Traditional Russian Cold Soups, and the beer
Min Jiang at one-north5 Rochester Park | Tel: 6774 0122 Sichuan and Cantonese fine diningMust tries: See main story
Rochester House Caf & Playhouse7 Rochester Park | Tel: 6773 1312 | rochesterhouse.com.sgA chic family caf with private playground and two floors of play areaMust tries: Weekend Roast with Baked Potato and Yorkshire Pudding, Signature Fish and Chips
Nosh9 Rochester Park | Tel: 9755 5015 | nosh.com.sgBistro bar and restaurant with a focus on fresh ingredients and quality produceMust tries: Maryland Crab Cakes, Blackened Sea Bassand Spicy Duck Tacos and Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Garden Caf Medici-Wejs 44 Rochester Park | Tel: 9767 2232 | bodywithsoul.comAuthentic Mediterranean-Tunisian dining housed within Body with Soul Total Healthcare NetworkMust tries: Tunisian Couscous and Mechouia, fusion cuisines and mocktails
Photos:1. Beijing Duck2. Stewed Lobster with Eggplant & Minced Chicken in Sichuan Chilli Sauce3. Durian Mochi4. Chef Goh's Appetiser Platter5. Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek with Papaya Paste
Impeccable cuisines, stylishly restored colonial bungalows, luscious gardens, tree-lined winding roads. When it comes to epicurean experiences, you can have it all at Rochester Park.
Its hard to believe that the lush, undulating grounds o North Buona Vista Road hide astounding treats for the senses. But its true! Rochester Park is home to a collection of elegant cafes, bars and restaurants. Pulse @ one-north had the chance to catch up with Master Chef Goh Chee Kong to learn why his dishes at Min Jiang at one-north are so out of this world.
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Chef Goh, how long have you been cooking and what you do in your free time?Im 43, and Ive been cooking professionally since
I was 17. As a chef, Im always very busy in the kitchen, so I like to relax at home by watching Hong
Kong drama series and swimming with my four beautiful daughters.
Tell us, what makes Min Jiang at one-north such a unique experience?To be honest, I havent heard of another Chinese fine-dining restaurant thats housed in a black-and-white bungalow. So the experience starts the moment you step in. Min Jiang serves Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine with a modern finesse and presentation, and thats paired with warm, personalised service thats hard to beat.
Whats the one dish that should be on everyones bucket list?The house specialty is the wood-fired Beijing Duck. We follow an ancient Chinese recipe, roasting the duck with apple wood to give it a lovely, light aroma. Guests get to watch our chefs skilfully carve the duck into delicate, thin slices. And because this is such a versatile dish, you can choose from five dierent ways to prepare the rest of the duck.
Yum yum, sounds appetising! How should we enjoy Beijing Duck?You can dip the crispy duck skin in fine, granulated sugar. Or you can wrap the sliced meat in homemade wheat pancake garnished with leek, cucumber and sweet sauce; or garlic paste, sliced radish, Tianjin cabbage and sweet sauce.
Can you give us the recipe?Well, Ill let you in on a few secrets but youll have to do the dishes thereafter. First, we marinate and stu the ducks with vegetables and a blend of herbs and spices. The ducks are then bathed in a mixture of water and malt sugar and left to dry. Finally, the roasting is done with apple wood in our custom-made wood-fired oven. It takes at least nine hours to prepare and roast the duck, so it is recommended that you pre-order the dish when making your reservation. What other dishes would you recommend?There are so many to choose from, but Ill recommend the Chefs Appetiser Platter with wok-tossed lobster medallion, crispy eel, pan-fried scallops, and Sichuan pepper chicken. You should also try the Stewed Lobster with Eggplant and Minced Chicken in Sichuan Chilli Sauce, Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek with Papaya Paste, and Durian Mochi.
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Whether youre a bass, tenor, alto or soprano or even if singing is not your forte, theres good reason why you should lend your voice in a way thats uniquely Singapore. Project Celebrate, a joint eort by The Star Vista and Singapore Polytechnic (SP) at one-north, seeks to unite the community through singing on the occasion of Singapores Golden Jubilee.
From now till 19 April 2015, you can find out what its like to record like a professional vocalist. Check out the sound booth thats specially constructed by The Star Vista. Be part of the music video as you sing your line for Project Celebrate. Enjoy the limelight when the music video is released on various social media platforms.
No need to fret over song choices. At the heart of Project Celebrate is You & Me, an original composition by the up-and-coming local band, Scarlet Avenue. The stage is all set for you to add your contribution to a cappella version of the song. Learn the catchy tune, get into the groove, and support the eort at thestarvista.com or facebook.com/thestarvista.
Scarlet Avenue comprises Amos Ang, 23 and his brother Adam, 19. The duo has been making music since 2005, and has a debut EP album titled Heartbreak released under United Records.
According to Amos, the pair is thrilled to pen a song for SG50. And to have the public record our song is such an honour. We cant wait for that to happen!
Drop by the recording studio at Basement 1 of Star Plaza NOW at the following times:
Mon to Fri 12 noon to 8.30 pmSat 11.30 am to 9.30 pmSun 10.30 am to 8.30 pm
*Participants will each receive a goodie pack
Sing and be filmed as part of a music video for SG50 at The Star Vista.
SING LOUD,SING PROUD
SHINE LIKE A STAR!
MEET THE BAND
DO IT FOR YOU & ME
Check out the ocial music video with lyrics at http://bit.ly/UnMeTSV!
You & Me is also available for download in mp3 version at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/scarletavenue2
New BASFCampus Callsone-north Home
yeing the growing Asian markets, BASF has established this regional learning facility in one-north as part of their global learning campus concept. This is to oer the best-in-class learning opportunities to its employees in Asia Pacific.
The regional learning campus is located in the talent and leadership development cluster of Rochester 20 in one-north, which is intended to encourage multi-nationals to tap into Singapores infrastructure and talent pool, as well as to leverage Singapores geographical and economic advantages to build inroads into Asia.
The S$10 million facility is located in three heritage houses oering a total of 6,300 square metres of indoor and outdoor space. It will now serve as a platform to support innovation and the future development of BASF as the worlds leading chemical company with a wide-ranging portfolio of products and solutions from chemicals, plastics, oil and gas to performance and crop protection products.
A magnet for talent Through the learning campus in one-north, Margret Suckale, Member of the Board of Executive Directors at BASF SE, is looking
forward to attract the regions talent to fill the ranks, as well as to support employees development especially in core technical skills. We are
establishing the learning campus to deliver on our goal to attract, retain and develop excellent people. We
have set it up in Singapore to strengthen the Learning Campus in Asia Pacific, she added.
BASF has decided on Singapore as the location for its learning campus in Asia Pacific because of the nations deep focus on global leadership and talent development. As a key business hub in Asia Pacific, Singapore is also able to connect
the learning experience with relevant customer interaction and experience. To provide an engaging learning environment, the learning campus in one-north is a regional learning facility
for talent development activities as well as a hub for learning innovation.
Creating the right chemistry with one-northBASF has consolidated its global learning programmes into an integrated learning platform. This will be made available to all the BASF learning campuses around the world. The campus in Singapore will be the first to benefit from the courses and programmes under the new integrated learning platform. The learning facility will focus on developing life-longpersonal and professional skills for BASF employees.The initial programmes oered will be centred on coretopics fundamental to regional development, such as theNew Leader Programme for grooming promising individual contributors to become eective team leaders, and theNew Employee Programme to help new members integrate quickly into BASFs culture and working environment. The learning campus will also oversee the training of some 16,000 BASF employees across the Asia Pacific region on sustainable development. According to Hans-Christian Marxen, Senior Vice President for Human Resources, employees in Asia Pacific are looking for companies that can oer them attractive development opportunities. BASFs new learning facility at one-north will be one such asset to provide employees with the advantage of individual development. Singapore, with its strong focus on high-quality education, is the perfect location for this, he said.
Dr Martin Brudermueller, Vice Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE; Mr Lee Yi Shyan, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Trade & Industry and Ministry of National Development; His Excellency Dr Michael Witter, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Singapore; and Mr Yeoh Keat Chuan, Managing Director, Singapore Economic Development Board. (From left to right)
The BASF Learning Campus at one-north was jointly inaugurated by Mr Lee and Dr Witter on 8 December 2014.
Fast Fact BASF employs more than 16,000 people in the Asia Pacific region, about 700 personnel in Singapore.
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Impress us with your knowledge of one-north and stand to win! Enter our lucky draw by correctly filling up the crossword puzzle and you could be one of the lucky 10 to win $40 worth of CapitaMall vouchers* each.
*Courtesy of CapitaMalls Asia
PulseQuiz Contest Period: From now till 15 May 2015 Submit your answers to thereception counters at:Fusionopolis One
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3. JTC is working with Promotion Board on the Healthy Workplace Ecosystem @ one-north.
4. BASF Learning Campus (Singapore) is the first learning facility in 20.
5. The restaurants in Rochester Park are set in beautifully restored colonial .
Simply indicate your answers by writing them clearly inside the corresponding boxes on the right.
Terms and conditions: This contest is open to all members of the public. Entry submission: o Complete the form above and drop it into any of the submission boxes; OR o Email to [email protected] o Each online submission should clearly state the following: Name, IC/Fin No., Contact No. and Email o Each entrant is only allowed to submit ONE entry.
JTC reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not meet any of the rules and regulations of this contest, including but not limited to entries submitted with invalid or incorrect information.
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Thank you to all who participated in last issue's quiz. Check out the answers below and see how you fared.
Which government agency is the master planner and developer for one-north? Ans: JTCJTC plans and reviews the master plan of one-north, and builds infrastructure to support this plan. JTC also attracts companies and developers to set up shop in one-north. More recently, JTC is focusing on building a more vibrant one-north community.
Which of the following is NOT a precinct in one-north? Ans: Singapore Science Park one-north comprises seven precincts - Biopolis, Fusionopolis, Mediapolis, Ayer Rajah, Nepal Hill, Vista and Wessex. Singapore Science Park is across the Ayer Rajah Expressway from one-north.
How many block(s) are there currently at the JTC LaunchPad @ one-north?Ans: 3The three blocks in LaunchPad are Blk 79, Blk 73 and Blk 71 in Green, Red and Blue respectively.
Which of the following is the key developmental concept for one-north? Ans: Work-Live-Play-Learn
one-norths masterplan is guided by the concept of Work-Live-Play-Learn. It is arguably the first development in the world to integrate residential, retail & lifestyle, and educational components into a business park.
What is/are the MRT station(s) that run through one-north? Ans: one-north and Buona-Vista one-north and Buona-Vista are MRT stations that are situated right next to each other! Kent Ridge MRT is in Singapore Science Park!
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Announcements
Dec 2014 issue's one-north Quiz
1. Yveena Chia 6. Siti Aryanee2. Kwa Choon Lin 7. Leong Kim Yen3. Thor Yee Yin 8. Leong Wei Jie4. Audrey Tan 9. Siti Puspawati Bte Md Sofwan5. Ava Ng Xin Yu 10. HAGAN Shane Peter
Congratulations to these 10 lucky winners who have answered all the questions correctly!
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MUH Park OpeningMore car-parking will be available at Multi-Utility Hub from May 2015.
Health Promotion Board's Healthy Workplace EcosystemOcial launch event coming soon! Many exciting activities are in store, stay tuned for more information. Do also check out exercises like kickboxing (Tuesday evenings), bhangra-robics (Wednesday evenings) and running clinics (Thursday evenings) conducted at various one-north locations. For more details, please visit healthyworkplace.com.sg/one-north/registration.
Redevelopment of Food Centre at LaunchPad Due to the redevelopment, a temporary food centre beside Blk 73 has been in operation since 4 March 2015. Free shuttle bus service to Holland Drive Food Centre is also provided between 11.00am and 2.00pm on weekdays.
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